About the Company
Our client is the European subsidiary of a leading KFC franchisee that operates one of the fastest-growing international-format restaurant chains.
Our client's goal is to scale KFC’s presence in Germany, open modern restaurants, and build a strong operational team working in accordance with international QSR standards.
Our client is launching their restaurant brand in Germany from the ground up and seek a Real Estate Lawyer.
The current work arrangement is remote/travel-based.
The future office will be located in or around Munich.
Responsibilities
Supporting the Development Department:
* Conducting legal due diligence on real estate properties, land plots, and premises to assess suitability for quick-service restaurant operations.
* Liaising with landlords regarding restaurant and land lease agreements:
1. Analyzing contract terms for tenant risks and mitigating them through balanced, compromise-based solutions;
2. Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial lease agreements for properties and land plots;
3. Leading negotiations, proposing amendments/addendums, drafting supplementary agreements, and handling lease terminations;
4. Managing pre-litigation claim procedures;
5. Representing the company in negotiations with landlords and counterparties.
* Registering long-term lease agreements with the land registry (where required by law).
* Drafting and negotiating construction contracts for restaurant development purposes.
* Developing and adapting standard lease templates and related agreements (preliminary leases, long-term leases, agency agreements, utility service contracts, etc.).
* Participating in the development of internal procedures relevant to functional responsibilities.
* Preparing legal opinions upon management request and performing other assignments as directed by the supervisor.
Requirements
* University degree in law (Staatsexamen or equivalent) with practical experience in real estate law;
* Minimum 5 years of professional experience in real estate development within retail chains, QSR/hospitality, hotels, restaurants, or franchising sectors in Germany;
* Strong communication skills and ability to balance business interests with legal risk management;
* Proven track record of successfully closing lease agreements for at least 25 retail/commercial units;
* In-depth knowledge of German urban planning regulations (BauGB) and commercial permitting procedures;
* Familiarity with regional specifics of target federal states: Thuringia, Saxony, Bavaria;
* Languages: Native German (C2), English (minimum B2).
Benefits
Our Client Offesr:
* Working hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM;
* Fully remote work format initially; transition to office-based work possible by year-end;
* Full social security coverage in accordance with German law (statutory health insurance, pension insurance, long-term care insurance, unemployment insurance);
* Opportunity to work within a dynamic, ambitious company operating a globally recognized brand;
* Clear career progression path and professional development opportunities within the organization.
Upon progression to the next stage of the selection process, candidates will be required to submit the following documentation:
* A one-page case study describing a real estate project you are proud of (lease transaction, acquisition/disposal, or litigation matter);
* Detailed CV highlighting key projects and achievements in real estate development;
* Copy of your law degree diploma;
* References from previous employers (recommended);
* Work samples (optional but encouraged)
* 2–3 anonymized lease agreements you have drafted/negotiated; example of a legal opinion on a real estate matter; description of a major project (deal structure, your role, outcome).